o) Do not tilt the trimmer when starting the engine, except if the trimmer has to be tilted for starting. In this
case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator.
p) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
q) Never pick up or carry the trimmer while the engine is running.
WARNING: Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire and for battery start trimmers
remove the ignition key:
- Before clearing blockages.
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the trimmer.
- After striking a foreign object and inspect the trimmer. Do not restart or operate the trimmer until any
necessary repairs have been done.
- If the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally or the operating noise increases and check immediately.
Do not restart or operate the trimmer until any necessary repairs have been done.
- Whenever you leave the trimmer.
- Before refueling.
r) reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve,
turn the fuel off at the conclusion of trimming.
Maintenance and storage
a) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the trimmer is in safe working condition.
b) Never store the trimmer with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark.
c) Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosed space.
d) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage area free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease;
e) Examine the trimmer regularly and replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Never replace the cutting
means with metal parts and only use cutting means (cutting heads and cutting elements) which are suitable
for use at the operating speed of the trimmer.
f) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors. The drained fuel should be stored in a
container specifically designed for fuel storage or it should be disposed of carefully.
GENERAL OPERATION
1. Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operation.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it.
3. Exercise extreme caution at all times. This machine has been designed to perform one job: to cut
vegetation and grass. Do not use it for any other purpose.
4. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine. Children 14 and over should
read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the
machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult.
5. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed
to use this machine.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, toys and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or picked
up and thrown by the string trimmer. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
7. Plan your trimming pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction, which may cause
discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
8. To help avoid trimmer line contact or a thrown object injury, stay in operator zone behind handles
and keep children, bystanders, helpers and pets at least 75 feet from string trimmer while it is in
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters area.
9. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury
to the eyes.
10. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that
cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never
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